Windows App Mobile vs Remotix RDP Kiosk
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Windows App Mobile
Connect securely to Windows PCs, virtual apps, and desktops from your iOS or iPadOS device. Access your work environment remotely with ease, managing connections and resources from a unified client.
- Connect to remote PCs and virtual desktops
- Access managed resources
- Remote Desktop Gateway support
- Connection management and favorites
- Audio and video streaming
- Device redirection (folders, clipboard, microphone, camera)
- External monitor support
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Windows App Mobile for iOS and iPadOS (previously named Remote Desktop Mobile) is your gateway to securely connect to Windows including remote PCs and admin-provided virtual apps and desktops across Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Dev Box and Remote Desktop Services. Embrace the simplicity of a unified client with Windows App Mobile and connect to your Windows in the cloud with ease and security, from the device of your choice. GET STARTED • Learn more about the features of Windows App Mobile at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp. • Configure your PC for remote access using the information at https://aka.ms/rdsetup. KEY FEATURES • Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server. • Access managed resources published by your admin. • Connect through a Remote Desktop Gateway. • Simplified management of your connections and credentials from the Connection Center, including a Favorites page to cater to your unique workflow needs. • Audio and video streaming. • Redirect folders, your clipboard, and local devices such as microphones and cameras. • Connect your iPhone or iPad to an external monitor. • Easily switch between Entra accounts. • Dynamically switch between Portrait and Landscape mode. By downloading Windows App Mobile, you agree to the license (see https://aka.ms/WindowsAppLicense) and privacy terms (see https://aka.ms/privacy).
Remotix RDP Kiosk
This application enables iOS devices to function as point-of-sale or financial processing terminals. It supports various card readers and barcode scanners, offering secure remote access and flexible interaction modes for business use.
- Card reader and barcode scanner support
- Remote desktop protocol (RDP) engine
- Automatic reconnection on network loss
- Hardware and Bluetooth keyboard/mouse support
- Fullscreen and resizable interaction modes
- Master password protection
- MDM provisioning
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With Infinea, iMag Pro, Magtek credit card readers and barcode scanner support, it is ideal for POS or financial processing appliances using iOS mobile device. Highlights • Designed for both iPhone, iPad and iPad Pro • Supports all Windows versions, except Starter and Home editions • All card reader and barcode scanner support built-in, without additional in-app purchases • Automatically reconnects if network connection is lost; • Hardware and bluetooth keyboard support • Swiftpoint GT & Citrix X1 bluetooth mouse support • Two interaction modes: fullscreen with resize and panning • Multitouch gestures for scrolling, zooming and dragging • Master password protection, preventing unintended change of configuration parameters • Connection info HUD to troubleshoot connection issues; • MDM provisioning for Device Enrollment Program; • Uses original RDP engine from Remotix. Linea/Infinea Bar Code Scanner Modes: • Single Scan • Multiple Scan • Motion Detection Supported external accessories: • Infinea Tab 2 • Infinea Tab 4 • Infinea Tab M • Linea Pro 4 • Linea Pro 5 • Magtek iDynamo • iMag Pro
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Windows App Mobile at Free against Remotix RDP Kiosk's $39.99. Windows App Mobile also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (7.9K vs 3). Remotix RDP Kiosk's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 26.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Windows App Mobile is free to download; Remotix RDP Kiosk costs $39.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Remotix RDP Kiosk holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windows App Mobile has 7.9K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Windows App Mobile ships an update every 3 weeks, Remotix RDP Kiosk every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Windows App Mobile | Remotix RDP Kiosk |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $39.99 |
| Rating | 4.2 (7.9K ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 34.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7.9K — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #151 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 199 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation | Acronis, Inc. |
Customer experience
Windows App Mobile
Remotix RDP Kiosk
Bugs and requests
Windows App Mobile
Reported bugs
5 issues- Keyboard not working properly
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
- Resolution and scaling problems
- Incompatibility with newer iOS devices
Requested features
5 requests- Full screen support for external monitors
- Ability to save/sync connection profiles
- Support for multiple monitors and remote apps
- Improved keyboard functionality (F-keys, shortcuts)
- Better mouse/trackpad support (right-click, scrolling)
Remotix RDP Kiosk
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Windows App Mobile
No in-app purchases
Remotix RDP Kiosk
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Is Remotix RDP Kiosk free?
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